GP360 - A Grand Performances Podcast

Jimetta Rose explores the legacy of Sun Ra, her musical roots, how The Voices of Creation was born and why music remains a source of healing and transformation. GP360 A Grand Performances Podcast explores the past, present, and future of free, public access to the performing arts at California Plaza in the heart of Downtown LA. Follow Grand Performances on: Instagram: TikTok: YouTube:

Famed photographer, DJ and event curator Eric Coleman explains how California Love: An Orchestral Celebration of Dr. Dre came about, his iconic hip hop photography, and how he hopes to move audiences. GP360 A Grand Performances Podcast explores the past, present, and future of free, public access to the performing arts at California Plaza in the heart of Downtown LA. Timestamps: (00:00) – Introduc...

Grammy award winners Ozomatli chats with Anthony Valadez about what makes Downtown Los Angeles special, performing across the globe, and what it takes to keep a band strong for over 30 years. GP360 A Grand Performances Podcast explores the past, present, and future of free, public access to the performing arts at California Plaza in the heart of Downtown LA. Timestamps: (00:00) – Introduction (04:...

Grammy winning producer, guitarist and songwriter Adrian Quesada delves into the importance of trust in the creative process, Texas as a cultural soundscape, and finding identity through music. GP360 A Grand Performances Podcast explores&nb...

Acclaimed artist Thes One reflects on the origins of his iconic hip hop group, People Under the Stairs, doing life alongside renowned rapper Double K, and the significance of performing “Farewell, My Friend” live. GP360 - A Grand Performances Podcast explores the past, present, and future of free, public access to the performing arts at California Plaza in the heart of Downtown LA. Timestamps: (00...

Welcome to GP360 - A Grand Performances Podcast. GP360 is an initiative of Grand Performances (GP), a non-profit organization that provides free access to the global performing arts. Through in-depth conversations with past and future performers, GP personnel and community members, we'll take a comprehensive look at Grand Performances' mission to inspire culture, celebrate diversity and unite Ange...

Host Anthony Valadez looks back at his visit to Care Camp in January of 2025. Care Camp, an initiative of LA County Parks and Recreation in partnership with Grand Performances (GP), provided support to children and families displaced by the Eaton Fire. Through conversation, we highlight LA's ability to unite in the face of tragedy and examine GP's role in uplifting community in times of hardship....

We sit with Grammy nominated artist Ciro Hurtado, one of the first artists to ever grace the Grand Performances stage. We talk to Ciro about his Peruvian origins, marching to the beat of his own drum, and what continues to inspire him. GP360 - A Grand Performances Podcast explores the past, present, and future of free, public access to the performing arts at California Plaza in the heart of Downto...